Cardiac rehabilitation

Coliseum Cardiac Rehabilitation Center’s “Healthy Hearts” staff of an R.N., Dietician, Physical Therapist, Pharmacist, and Medical Director will empower you to strengthen your heart and improve overall health and quality of life.

If you hear yourself say... “I never want to go through that again.” “I want to be strong and healthy for my family.” “I'm ready to make a change.”

“Healthy Hearts” Cardiac Rehab can help you achieve:

Increased energy

increased endurance

Lower blood pressure

Lower cholesterol

Stronger heart and lungs

Elimination or reduction of chest pain and shortness of breath

Maintenance of a new, active lifestyle

Rehabilitation Phases

The “Healthy Hearts” Cardiac Rehab program is arranged in two phases, building you toward better health.

Phase I

Phase I begins while you are in recovery in the hospital. You will receive information about behavioral changes you should make upon your return home, including safety precautions and directions on appropriate activity levels. You will also begin a low intensity exercise program and learn about the risk factors associated with your heart condition.

Phase II

Phase II begins several weeks after your discharge from the hospital. A medical professional will evaluate you to develop a personalized “Healthy Hearts” program that meets your needs.

It will include exercise sessions and continuing education classes to help you make changes toward a healthier lifestyle.

Exercise sessions may include walking, biking, weight lifting, and/ or step climbing. A team of medical professional will monitor your heart’s response to exercise to ensure safety.

In the course of your program, you will also learn about healthy heart topics, including: